Savannah’s Unemployment Rate Rises as Seasonal and Student Workers Enter the Summer Job Market
Friday, July 26th, 2024
Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson said Thursday that Savannah recorded an unemployment rate of 3.6 percent in June, up six-tenths of a percent over-the-month. A year ago, the rate was 3.1 percent.
“Georgia is where opportunities abound, and innovation thrives,” said Commissioner Bruce Thompson. “Every summer, our students and seasonal workers inject our workforce with a fresh wave of talent and energy. Although this may lead to a temporary rise in unemployment, their contributions are the driving force behind our businesses’ success and the engine propelling our economy forward. From startups to major corporations, Georgia’s on the right track toward creating more jobs and building a stronger, more prosperous future for all hardworking Georgians.”
The labor force increased in Savannah by 419 and ended the month with 205,989 an all-time high. That number went up by 5,432 when compared to June of 2023.
Savannah finished the month with 198,672 employed residents. That number decreased by 671 over-the-month and rose by 4,420 when compared to the same time a year ago.
Savannah ended June with 208,200 jobs, an all-time high. That number went up from the previous month by 800 and rose by 4,100 when compared to this time last year.
In June, initial unemployment claims remained unchanged in Savannah at 563. When you compare June 2024 claims to June 2023, claims were down by 24, totaling 563.
Contact Georgia Department of Labor Communications Office
(404) 232-3685
Media Contact: Director of Communications, Shawna Mercer
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Phone Number: 678-350-6878
For personalized assistance, employers can reach Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) staff atdol.georgia.gov/email-us. For more information on unemployment benefits, claimants should call 877.709.8185 or visit their MyUI Claimant Portal. GDOL's Career Centers also provide in-person unemployment insurance benefit services for customers statewide.
For more information on jobs and current labor force data, visit Georgia LaborMarket Explorer to view a comprehensive report.
